Amy Russell-Coutts
Career Details
Freelance Writer / Researcher
Most recently I've taken on several large ghostwriting projects which emphasize memoir storytelling with imbedded messaging - a purpose. In contrast, I've ghostwritten several informational, inspirational and educational business texts. Over the last few years I've enjoyed writing memoirs for Story Terrace clients, each life story unique and engaging. I've also produced credible supporting research and writing in the form of articles, white pages and chapter prose. My writing has also encompassed speeches, speech outlines and supporting material.
WikiHow Contract Writer
As a contract writer, I produced clean samples for WikiHow pages. Topics ranged from writing story outlines, resumes, and social media posts to tips for studying for exams, how to write essays, and more.
College English Instructor
Over the course of four years, I taught many academic writing and intro to fiction courses at Alexander College (Vancouver, BC). I generated my own course material and curriculum, lectured, and facilitated student learning.
Tutor Marker / Contract Marker
As a tutor marker, I facilitated online learning and marked university English papers for various professors at Simon Fraser University and Douglas College (BC).
Research Assistant
As a graduate student at SFU, I collected and collated researched material for Dr. Diana Solomon. I also performed various administrative tasks to support her academic work.
Competencies
Highly efficient, thorough, detail-oriented
100 wpm typing speed
Word/Excel/Google Docs proficient
Knowledge of business writing, and diverse academic and research formats
Use integrity with respect to quality research and documentation
Excel employing various voices and styles
Innovative problem solver
Feel free to contact me for more information regarding my academic, research and career experiences.